Employment and Paid Opportunities

Director of Music
Hillyer Memorial Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is seeking a part-time Director of Music to oversee the musical programs of the church. We seek a dynamic personality with a passion for music and a joy for working with people of all ages to enhance weekly worship opportunities with musical selections.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• In conjunction with church staff, plan, coordinate, and implement meaningful musical selections to enhance worship opportunities and special services such as memorials, weddings, church holidays, or special events.
• Schedule and conduct choir rehearsals and direct choirs in worship.
• Plan, direct, and recruit musicians for the Hillyer Memorial Community Chorus
• Recruit and integrate new members into the musical programs.
• Work with and lead the children’s choir
• Plan, coordinate, and lead special music programs, trips, retreats, and community concerts.
• Seek and provide a variety of other musical instrumentation as budget allows.
• Foster a caring community of faith among those participating in the church’s music ministry.
• Attend staff meetings as directed.
• Any other tasks as assigned by the pastor.
EXPECTED TIME COMMITMENT
On average this position requires approximately 15-20 hours of time per week typically with a commitment on each Sunday and a weekday rehearsal. The summer music program involves a lighter time commitment, while the seasons of Advent/Christmas and Easter require greater involvement and preparation often resulting in a larger time commitment.
SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS
• A desire to grow a music ministry program at Hillyer
• Training and experience in church-related music programs or a school music program.
• An understanding of religious music and the life and work of the Christian church as they relate to a community of faith.
• Music experience and competence in directing instrumental and vocal ensembles and proficiency in voice and/or instruments.
• Open to diverse Christian music styles and acquaintance with church music literature.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Take direction, and offer appropriate input in a spirit of unity.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Represent the church in an appropriate and friendly manner with individuals outside the music program.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25,000.00 – $30,000 annually
To apply send your resume to:
Hillyer Memorial Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
718 Hillsborough St
Raleigh, NC 27603
Or email to office@hillyerchurch.org

Bass/Baritone Choral Scholar
The choir of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Raleigh seeks a bass or baritone choral scholar to sing as a vital part of the parish’s 60-voice adult choir. The singer must have a clear, resonant sound at any dynamic level, exceptional music reading skills, experience singing a broad range of choral music (especially music in the English cathedral tradition), and a desire to work with other singers in a friendly, supportive way. Please contact organist/choirmaster Kevin Kerstetter for more information and to schedule an audition. Choral scholars are paid on a per call basis at the middle and end of each month. Email HolyMichaelMusic@iCloud.com or call/text 919-946-5721 |

Tenor or Bass Section Leader
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church is seeking a Tenor or Bass Section Leader!
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Durham, NC, has an opening for a Tenor or Bass Section Leader. Help lead inspiring liturgy and music as a member of the Parish Choir.
Weekly Stipend ($135 for Choir Rehearsal and Service)
Wednesday 7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal
Sunday 9:30 Choir Warm-up followed by 10:15 Eucharist
Additional seasonal liturgies for additional stipend (Christmas Eve, Holy Week, Advent, Choral Evensong, etc.)
Skills:
Strong choral sight-reading
Ability to blend within a choral setting
Reliable attendance and communication
Transportation to the church
For more information and to schedule an audition and interview, contact Dr. Filippa Duke: filippa.duke@ssecdurham.org.
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
82 Kimberly Drive
Durham, NC 27707

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